Apprentice Court Clerk

Job Location: Missouri Circuit Courts

Salary information: The salary reflected represents the base pay for this position and does not include any differential for time‑of‑service pay for state tenure.

A position with the Missouri Judiciary provides you the opportunity to work with a variety of exceptional, hardworking people and to gain a valuable and rewarding career. It takes many types of talent to advance the mission of the Missouri Judiciary and to keep operations running smoothly. Our positions offer competitive benefit programs, growth opportunities and the ability to work with people in your community.

We are recruiting to fill an Apprentice Court Clerk position to perform entry‑level duties in a court, which utilizes an electronic filing system. Work initially is under close supervision while the incumbent learns general office knowledge and specific court policies and procedures. Work involves responsibility for court case processing which may require the application of independent judgment and the application of statutes, policies, and regulations.

Work requires frequent interaction with the public providing exceptional customer service. Work may also involve financial record keeping within an automated case management system, providing direct support for a circuit judge or associate circuit judge and a full range of responsibilities within the division’s jurisdiction.

• Performs case processing in receiving and initiating case files; performs technical duties such as reviewing judgments and docket control.
• Reviews legal documents for necessary information required for filing; determines processing required and takes necessary action in accordance with court rules requiring a detailed knowledge of applicable terminology, rules and procedures.
• Performs accounting duties in receiving and disbursing monies, reconciles financial accounts, and prepares daily and monthly financial reports.
• Prepares a variety of documents related to court operations including court orders, court calendars, notices of hearings, court appearances, or reports; coordinates the flow of documents necessary for court assignments; and properly queues electronically filed proceedings for processing.

• Associate’s Degree in a related field or at least 60 semester hours from an institution of higher learning.
• Additional experience above the minimum may be substituted on a year‑for‑year basis for the required education.

Evidence and testimony that may be disturbing, such as photographs of violent scenes and victims and/or sexually explicit material; evidence that may include syringes, drugs, weapons and blood; the public who may potentially be verbally or physically abusive, allergens such as perfumes and dust; and unpleasant odors such as unwashed clothing or chemicals offered into evidence.

• Ability to comprehend court procedures and policies, legal documents, laws, and legal factors pertaining to the court.
• Ability to gain working knowledge of organization operations, functions and scope of authority of the court.
• Ability to work independently and manage time effectively while handling a high‑volume workload in an environment subject to frequently changing priorities and high stress.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and make independent decisions in accordance with general policy and objectives.
• Ability to maintain a variety of complex records and prepare reports from an automated system.

May include accounting processes (checkbook duties, prepare reports and receipts in money), include running reports.

May include physical requirements necessary to perform the job, such as carrying, standing, and lifting. Such requirements vary from position to position and may be determined by the appointing authority.

Applicant may perform technical court clerical work in the filing, processing, and scanning.

May include entering minutes of court proceedings, work in the courtroom, operating electronic sound recording equipment, and other courtroom‑related duties as needed, and may include swearing in witnesses.

Works extensively with the public. Answers inquiries and furnishes information by reviewing court records. Assists with answering phone and giving correct information to parties. Makes copies when needed, including looking up old records and researching the old records. Could include the responsibility for the daily delivery and pick up of mail within the Christian County buildings. May order supplies.

Performs any duties as assigned.

The State of Missouri offers an excellent benefits package that includes a defined pension plan, generous amounts of leave and holiday time, and eligibility for health insurance coverage. Your total compensation is more than the dollars you receive in your paycheck.